Job opportunities for corrections officers are expected to grow far more rapidly than that of the average for all occupations over the next several years. Peterson's <i >Master the Corrections Officer Exam</i> can help you score high on the qualifying exam and launch your career as a corrections officer, with 6 full-length practice tests; test-taking tips and strategies; all-new information on job requirements, application procedures, and the officer screening process; and expert advice on how to seek and apply for positions in the field.</br></br> SELLING POINTS:</br></br> <OL type=1> <LI MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">6 full-length practice tests, with detailed answer explanations</li> <LI MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">New in this edition: a review of a new coding question type appearing on many regional exams; the Correctional Officers' Creed, issued by the International Association of Correctional Officers; and the newest guidelines for the oral interview</li> <LI MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">The most current data on job prospects for corrections officers, with emphasis on areas expected to experience the highest growth, including those in both public and private sectors</li> <LI MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Up-to-date information on the officer screening process, including drug testing, medical exams, physical fitness tests, background investigation, and psychological review</li> <LI MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in">Detailed overview of a typical officer training program, complete with a sample physical fitness course</li></ol>